Steel Sharks
“Below the waves there's only one option... Escape or die!”
Synopsis
In this undersea thriller, a United States submarine is seized by terrorists. But a rescue attempt by an elite group of Navy Seals goes wrong when they are captured. Now they must wage a silent war beneath the waves.
Top Cast
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Gary Busey
Cmdr. Bill McKay
Billy Dee Williams
Adm. Jim Perry
Billy Warlock
Bob Rogers
Shaun Toub
Capt. Reza Lashgar
Robert Miranda
Gregorov
David Roberson
Lt. Dave Zamborski
Barry Livingston
Dr. John Van Tasset
Tim Abell
Cord
Matthew St. Patrick
Mattox
Eric Lawson
Adm. Evans
Tim Lounibos
Mack
Matthew R. Anderson
PO Kaplan
Larry Poindexter
Dobbins
Anthony Griffith
Bernie
Miranda Wolfe
Lt. Hickey
Ahmed Ahmed
Lt. Noussavi
Curnal Achilles Aulisio
Pleshe
Jeff Burnett
Montiero
Release History & Theatrical Window
video premiere
Festival / Special Debut
April 22, 1997
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rodney McDonald, William C. Martell
- Screenplay & Story
- William C. Martell, Rodney McDonald
- Original Score
- David Lawrence
- Original Title
- Steel Sharks
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Cabin Fever Entertainment, Royal Oaks Entertainment Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rodney McDonald, William C. Martell
William C. Martell, Rodney McDonald
David Lawrence
Bryan Greenberg
W. Peter Miller
Alan B. Bursteen, Ashok Amritraj, Andrew Stevens
Department Leadership Roster
Rodney McDonald
Director
William C. Martell
Director
William C. Martell
Screenplay
Rodney McDonald
Screenplay
Ashok Amritraj
Producer
Andrew Stevens
Producer
David Lawrence
Original Music Composer
Bryan Greenberg
Director of Photography
W. Peter Miller
Editor
Steve Ralph
Production Design
Emily Harris
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Steel Sharks.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Steel Sharks
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Steel Sharks about?
In this undersea thriller, a United States submarine is seized by terrorists. But a rescue attempt by an elite group of Navy Seals goes wrong when they are captured. Now they must wage a silent war beneath the waves.
Who directed Steel Sharks?
Steel Sharks was directed by Rodney McDonald, William C. Martell.
Who stars in Steel Sharks?
The principal cast of Steel Sharks includes Gary Busey, Billy Dee Williams, Billy Warlock, Shaun Toub, Robert Miranda.
When was Steel Sharks released and how long is it?
Steel Sharks was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Steel Sharks?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Steel Sharks was composed by David Lawrence.